After Moving Procedures

Check the necessary procedures after moving

Submit Move-in Notification

Deadline:Within 14 days after moving
Location:Local government office

Required Documents

  • Move-out certificate
  • ID (driver's license, My Number card)
  • Seal

Steps

  1. 1Go to government office counter
  2. 2Fill out move-in form
  3. 3Submit required documents
  4. 4Get residence certificate if needed

πŸ’‘ Point: If you have a My Number card, you can update your address at the same time.

My Number Card Address Change

Deadline:Within 14 days after moving
Location:Local government office

Required Documents

  • My Number card
  • 4-digit PIN

Steps

  1. 1Can apply with move-in notification
  2. 2Bring My Number card
  3. 3Process at terminal or counter
  4. 4New address will be recorded

πŸ’‘ Point: Notification cards are discontinued, but if you have one, address change is needed.

Driver's License Address Change

Deadline:Promptly (legal obligation)
Location:Police station or license center

Required Documents

  • Driver's license
  • New address verification (residence cert, insurance card)
  • Seal (may not be required)

Steps

  1. 1Go to nearest police station or license center
  2. 2Fill out license change form
  3. 3Submit required documents
  4. 4New address recorded on back

πŸ’‘ Point: Free process. Completed same day.

National Health Insurance

Deadline:Within 14 days after moving
Location:Local government office

Required Documents

  • ID
  • Seal
  • Move-out certificate
  • Old insurance card (return)

Steps

  1. 1Cancel insurance at old address
  2. 2Register insurance at new address
  3. 3Receive new card (may be mailed)

πŸ’‘ Point: Company employees join workplace insurance. National insurance not needed.

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Other Address Changes

Bank Account

Change address via bank website, app, or branch counter.

  • Bankbook, Cash card
  • ID
  • Registered seal

Credit Card

Easy to change via card company website or member app.

  • Instant online change
  • Important notices won't arrive if not updated
  • Update all cards if you have multiple